Foster Care Licensing & Placement Specialist (Hybrid)

South Dakota Board of Regents; Rapid City (SD); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State health insurance

Retirement plan with 6% matching

10 hours of annual leave each month

9.34 hours of sick leave each month

11 paid holidays

Job summary

The South Dakota Board of Regents seeks a Foster Care Licensing and Placement Specialist to help children find safe foster care homes. This full-time role involves working with the Department of Social Services and utilizing strong problem-solving and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

In addition, responsibilities include coordinating foster care placements, maintaining key relationships, and supporting foster family recruitment. Benefits include state health insurance, a retirement plan, and hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Experience with social services, family support systems, and office processes and databases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely and effective foster care placements, ensuring proper home matches.
• Maintain communication and relationships with DSS and foster families.
• Assist with recruitment and licensure of foster families.
• Accurately track and report data meeting compliance requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in social work, education, or a related field

Job description

The South Dakota Board of Regents seeks a Foster Care Licensing and Placement Specialist to help children find safe foster care homes. This full-time role involves working with the Department of Social Services and utilizing strong problem-solving and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

In addition, responsibilities include coordinating foster care placements, maintaining key relationships, and supporting foster family recruitment. Benefits include state health insurance, a retirement plan, and hybrid work options.